Digital Data Architect

As Protestants and males are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome.

And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome.

As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post . Further information can be found in the application pack.

Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.

You willbe responsible to the relevant Digital Delivery Manager for leading, overseeing and ensuring the successful design, delivery and ongoing evolution of the council’s technical data architecture, ensuring that technical data solutions (including operational reporting, analytics and integration) meet business needs and are delivered within agreed scope, quality, time and cost constraints.

You will also be responsible for leading and developing a team of highly skilled data professionals (responsible for data analytics platforms, data lifecycle management and data modelling) and for providing technical leadership in Digital Services and across multi-disciplinary delivery teams.

About the department

TheCorporate Services Departmentprovides essentialstrategic and operational support services, ensuring the council operates effectively and efficiently. Key functions include:

• Audit, Governance & Risk Services– Ensuring compliance and best practices in corporate governance.
• City Innovation– Driving digital transformation and innovation within the council.
• Commercial & Procurement Services– Managing procurement and contract oversight.
• Digital Services– Providing IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital solutions.
• Regional Programmes– Leading the delivery of strategic initiatives such as theBelfast Region City Deal.